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Tata Motors, M&M slash prices of select SUVs. Check models and discount
Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra have announced significant discounts on their popular SUVs in India, amid weakening demand and rising inventory. M&M has offered over Rs 2 lakh on its AX7 variants for the next four months, starting at Rs 19.49 lakh. Tata Motors has also reduced prices by up to Rs 70,000 on select models and up to 1.4 lakh on its range of fossil fuel and EV SUVs.
The great climate change wealth transfer is here
Signs of a turning point in humanity’s fossil fuel addiction are everywhere, from evidence that China’s emissions are peaking this year, to the ongoing failure of crude oil output to climb above levels it hit in 2018.
Best Selection of Fossil Watches for Men
Discover the timeless elegance and rugged charm of Fossil watches for men. Combining vintage inspiration with modern technology, these timepieces offer a perfect blend of style and functionality. Explore their diverse range, featuring innovative designs and premium materials, making them an essential accessory for the contemporary man who values both fashion and reliability.
Can the Labour Party bring back Britain’s green groove?
In the context of Britain's political landscape and its climate ambitions, Keir Starmer, poised to become the next prime minister, has positioned the Labour Party as advocates for transforming the nation into a "clean energy superpower." This aspiration marks a significant departure from Britain's historical role as a major contributor to climate pollution, stemming from its origins in the Industrial Revolution fueled by coal.
India's solar output grows at slowest pace in six years in first half of 2024
Solar power generation in the third-largest producer of electricity from the sun rose to 63.6 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) in the first half of 2024, the data showed, up 14.7% compared with the same period last year and 18.5% in the calendar year 2023. The world's fastest growing major economy has prioritised coal to address a surge in power demand in recent years.
Roadmap to EV 30@30: How can India achieve this ambitious target
India's climate change strategy includes the EV30@30 initiative, aiming for 30% of new vehicle sales to be electric by 2030. This transition enhances air quality, reduces oil dependence, and fosters economic growth. While challenges like limited commercial EV options and charging infrastructure persist, government incentives and rising private investments are accelerating EV adoption.
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Nearly 5 billion people endured extreme heat in June; 619 million affected in India: Report
An analysis by Climate Central revealed that nearly five billion people globally, including 619 million in India, faced extreme heat due to climate change over nine days in June. The report highlighted impacts in several countries, with experts warning that carbon pollution must be reduced to prevent future heat-related disasters.
‘It is beyond belief we’re still subsidising the cause of the climate crisis — we need greater subsidies for renewables over fossil fuels now’
"I think the CBAM, to the extent that it does result in significant revenue from tariffs, should recycle some of those funds in lump sum forms to help countries clean up their production processes and adapt to climate change," says Cameron Hepburn, Battcock Professor of Environmental Economics at the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment, Oxford University.
Explainer: How climate change fuels extreme heat worldwide
Climate change is driving dangerous heat waves across the Northern Hemisphere, with global emissions continuing to rise since 1995.
Decarbonization by 2045 agreed: Youth-led climate lawsuit settled in Hawaii
Hawaii settles with 13 young plaintiffs in Navahine v. Hawaii Department of Transportation lawsuit to decarbonize transportation by 2045, approved by Judge Tonaki.
Rare megalodon 'tooth' discovered in a sudden find by teenager on a road trip, everything we know
A fossil-hunting family, recently stumbled upon a 'monster' tooth of a fossil in South Carolina, while being on a trip to Tennessee, according to latest reports.
Is climate change leading to frequent and high intensity heat waves in North America?
A study by a group of scientists have found that climate change caused by anthropogenic factors has caused an increase in the number of high intensity heat waves in North America. This serves as an early warning for all the stakeholders to tackle the issue of increased emissions.
How climate change fuels extreme heat worldwide
Climate change is driving dangerous heat waves across the Northern Hemisphere, with Christiana Figueres highlighting the global impact. Rising carbon emissions trap heat, making heat waves hotter and more frequent. The global temperature has increased 1.3 degrees Celsius since the Industrial Revolution.
India fossil fuel consumption up 8% in 2023
The report suggests that five key stories emerge from the 2023 data, starting with record global energy consumption, with coal and oil pushing fossil fuels and their emissions to record levels. "Global primary energy consumption overall was at a record absolute high, up 2 per cent on the previous year to 620 Exajoules (EJ). Global fossil fuel consumption reached a record high, up 1.5 per cent to 505 EJ (driven by coal up 1.6 per cent, oil up 2 per cent to above 100 million barrels for first time, while gas was flat)," said the report.
Gruner Renewable Energy to set up compressed biogas plant in Gujarat at Rs 220-cr investment
Gruner Renewable Energy announced plans to set up a CBG plant in Gujarat's Navsari, costing Rs 220 crore, to produce 44 TPD of biogas from various feedstocks, aiding India's shift towards sustainable energy solutions.
India's coal import rises 13% to 26 MT in April
India's coal imports surged 13.2% to 26.10 million tonnes in April 2024, driven by early summer demand. Non-coking coal reached 17.40 MT and coking coal 4.97 MT. Amid calls for boosting domestic production, imports continue to rise, expected to meet power and industrial sector needs ahead of monsoon season restocking
Turn the tap off, slowly: Abruptly ending fossil fuels will impact lives badly; here's what to do instead
Climate policy - like any policy - should be the democratic outcome of a deliberation of the benefits of cutting emissions versus the costs. Climate science tells us about some of these benefits, but tells us nothing of the costs that climate economics does.
Clean energy investment set to run at double fossil-fuel spend
Investment in clean energy technologies is set to reach $2 trillion this year, doubling fossil fuel spending.
Solar investment outstrips all other power forms: IEA
Global investment in clean energy technology and infrastructure is set to hit $2 trillion this year, twice the amount going into fossil fuels, an International Energy Agency report showed. Total energy investment is expected to exceed $3 trillion for the first time in 2024, the IEA said in its annual World Energy Investment report.
Planet overheating, ban fossil fuel ads: UN chief
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated humans are as destructive as the meteor that caused the dinosaur extinction, urging a ban on oil, gas, and coal advertising. His comments coincided with scientists reporting the last 12 months as the hottest on record. The global average temperature is 1.63°C above pre-industrial levels. Despite the agreement to phase out fossil fuels at COP28, emissions remain high. Guterres called for taxing fossil fuel profits and reallocating funds to combat climate change, as critical climate talks continue in Bonn ahead of the COP29 summit in November.
UN weather agency predicts that 1.5-degree Celsius target limit for global temperatures likely to be surpassed by 2028
The UN's weather agency predicts an 80% chance of global temperatures surpassing the 1.5°C target in the next five years, as outlined in the Paris climate accord. The World Meteorological Organization expects temperatures from 2024 to 2028 to be 1.1 to 1.9°C hotter than the start of the industrial era. UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted this threat in a speech for World Environment Day. The EU's climate service reported May as the hottest ever, with 12 consecutive months of record temperatures, attributing the trend to fossil fuel burning.
Moving to renewables will mean using less energy overall
Moving to clean energy could also bring savings of up to $4.6 trillion each year, according to new research from Colorado-based think tank RMI.
Dinosaurus fossil discovered in North Dakota, film to be released soon
Dinosaurus fossil, that of Tyrannosaurus rex, was unearthed in North Dakota. A documentary film is all set to be released.
Strong hybrids need to replace ICE models and not EVs: Maruti Suzuki executive
Maruti Suzuki India executive emphasizes strong hybrids over fossil fuel-powered models and pure electric vehicles (EVs) for auto industry sustainability.
Amid rising temperatures, will India embrace solar cooking once again?
As temperatures in India continue to rise, the idea of solar cooking is gaining renewed interest. Historically, solar cooking has been explored as a sustainable alternative, with early experiments by scientists and notable figures like Dr. Rajendra Prasad and Manindra Kumar Ghosh. Despite initial enthusiasm, the technology faced setbacks due to inefficiency and lack of user consultation.
China fossils reveal that parrot-like feathered dinos once roamed the earth!
Unearthed in northeastern China, the nearly complete fossil, dating to roughly 130 million years ago, is of a juvenile Psittacosaurus (pronounced SIT-ak-oh-sawr-us), about 2-1/4 feet (66 cm) long and approximately 3 years old when it died. It was donated in 2021 to Nanjing University from a private collection.
There's a fork in the road to clean energy
Hybrids run on electricity generated by burning fossil fuels. This situation will not change as we move up the hybrid technology tree. EVs, too, run on electricity produced in India principally from fossil fuels. However, transition to renewables makes EVs progressively less polluting. At some point in the future, EVs will be far cleaner than hybrids. So, do the two categories deserve the same fiscal encouragement?
Believe it or not: Even in Saudi Arabia, renewable power is cheaper than fossil fuels
Saudi Arabia has signed deals to purchase electricity from two large-scale wind farms at record-low prices, cheaper than natural gas plants. The kingdom aims to shift rapidly to a larger share of renewables in the power grid, with the goal of generating half of its power from clean sources by 2030. The projects, developed by Japan's Marubeni Corp, benefit from state backing and favorable wind conditions in the country, making them more cost-effective than fossil fuel alternatives. The country's move towards renewable energy is part of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman's efforts to diversify the economy away from oil dependence.
Warm-blooded dinosaurs ruled the Earth 180 million years ago
Warm-blooded creatures - including birds, who are descended from dinosaurs, and humans - keep their body temperature constant whether the world around them runs cold or hot.
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